This article discusses corrective procedures used to improve the appearance of skin conditions caused by aging and exposure to the sun.
Review Date: November 16, 2012
American Society For Dermatologic Surgery
Botulinum toxin ("Botox") acts as a muscle blockade to immobilize the underlying cause of the unwanted lines and prevent "wrinkly" expressions. Botox is also used to treat other disorders, such as sweating, lazy eye, eye ticks and uncontrolled blinking.
Review Date: November 16, 2012
American Society For Dermatologic Surgery
This document provides questions patients should ask before they decide if a doctor and a dermatologic surgery procedure are right for them.
Review Date: November 16, 2012
American Society For Dermatologic Surgery
Plastic surgery encompasses both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Learn about procedures, costs, and the importance of selecting a surgeon you can trust.
Review Date: March 03, 2011
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Dermabrasion is a surgical technique used to treat and improve skin conditions, such as scarring, pigmentation, wrinkles, sun damage, tattoos, age (liver) spots and certain types of skin lesions.
Review Date: November 16, 2012
American Society For Dermatologic Surgery
Liposuction is a dermatologic surgery performed to remove localized fat in the body and sculpt areas to appear more toned and trim. Learn about risks and simple steps to help prevent potential complications of this procedure.
Review Date: February 13, 2013
American Society For Dermatologic Surgery
A tattoo used to be a permanent and irreversible adornment to one's skin. However, in recent years dermatologic surgeons have developed safe and effective techniques to successfully remove unwanted tattoos.
Review Date: February 13, 2013
American Society For Dermatologic Surgery
If you are considering liposuction, it is important to be aware of the risks, costs, and alternatives to surgery.
Review Date: March 04, 2011
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
